1st Edition

Evidence-Based Proactive Nutrition to Slow Cellular Aging

By Robert Fried, Lynn Nezin Copyright 2018
    284 Pages 21 B/W Illustrations
    by CRC Press

    284 Pages 21 B/W Illustrations
    by CRC Press

    Recent research findings on the impact of nutrition on telomere length is unlocking the potential to combat premature aging at the cellular level. We have learned that while aging is a natural cellular process, premature aging is not and it can be positively impacted by an Evidence-Based Proactive Nutrition to Slow Cellular Aging diet plan.

    This book examines key elements of the biology of cell aging and focuses on enhancing mitochondrial function and preventing abnormal cell turnover thus preserving telomere length. It details the cellular damage caused by free radicals and ROS, explains the salutary effects of antioxidants, and the body’s need for adequate nitrates and other nutrient substrates from which the body derives nitric oxide (NO) to support cardiovascular health. This book is the first to feature a simple do-it-yourself test of the effects of the diet on the availability of NO for - heart health.

    The book guides the reader through the rationale for a modified Mediterranean style diet that supplies the body with an adequate daily intake of essential nutrients, simple high antioxidants, and other functional foods. It includes simple, easy to prepare appealing recipes promoting a seamless transition to a healthy, age-defying lifestyle.

    The Science of Longevity. Free Radicals and Cellular Damage. Antioxidants Neutralize Free Radicals. Preventing Premature Cell Cycling or Cell Destruction. Nitric Oxide. Three Common Diets Comparison for Their Effects on Cellular Aging. PDP: Enhancing the Mediterranean Diet. Selected Functional Foods that Combat Inflammation.

    Biography

    Robert Fried, Lynn Nezin